New MotorBike User

hobochris

That stuff aside...

Hornet is a good choice, although can sometimes be overpriced.

The cbf600 might also suit, its the same engine.



Restricted they pull up to about 200kmph.

I know from experience(Bandit owner) that they are quicker and have a higher top speed then the Bandit 6 as they are injected(later models).

Sv650 might also be a good choice.

Wossack

methinks you were racing an unrestricted cbf600.. or his restricter wasnt terribly restrictive!

also, dont believe injected vs carb engine suffer any differntly under restriction

hobochris

Wossack wrote: »

methinks you were racing an unrestricted cbf600.. or his restricter wasnt terribly restrictive!

also, dont believe injected vs carb engine suffer any differntly under restriction

Thats subjective to the bikes in question though..

cantdecide

Wossack wrote: »

...dont believe injected vs carb engine suffer any differntly under restriction...

My GSX is a FI '01 and my BB is a carbed '98. I felt that the GSX ran smoother overall after being restricted. I felt that the BB was slightly more crude but more predictable across the rev range and had a higher top speed.

KamiKazi

Jesus H Christ, the high horse brigade are out in force today.

LookBehindYou

mikerowsopht wrote: »

Hi All,

About to pick up my provisional license / learner permit for a motorbike A license in a couple of days. Just had a few questions for any motorbike users that know the answers.

How long is the waiting list between making the appointment and having the test for category A license ??

Answer= Waiting time for test depends on what part of the country you are in. You cannot do your test until you have your Learner Permit for 6 months, so best to apply in 3 months to get a date which is past your 6 months.

As I am restricted on bikes that are under 33bhp or 25 Kilowatts what is a nice fast bike to get that is preferably just under the limit. A friend of mine told me I could get a honda VFR 400 which is just under the limit but it is not, so can't get that one ??
I suggest that you get an insurance quote on a few different bikes before you decide how much you can afford to spend on a bike. For example a factory restricted bike can be a group 5 while the same bike would be group 8 even with an aftermarket restriction kit on it.


How hard is the actual test? I have heard the motorbike test is one of the hardest to get, is this true ??
The test is not hard, all you got to do is ride the way the tester wants.

What do most people fail on on the motorbike test so I can review ?
Observation and Lane position mostly

Where can I get the stig helmet ?
Not suitable for bikes. You could get a white helmet and have a spare dark visor for sunny days.

thanks All

Hornets are plenty fast even when restricted.
Most restricted bikes will get up to 155Kph approx, on closed roads of course.

alyuciao

My hornet 250 came with the original pipes, up to 80k's she sounds sweet. Then at 120K's the engine is screaming.

Is that the restrictor? if so...... can I do something? like have it removed.

bladespin

alyuciao wrote: »

My hornet 250 came with the original pipes, up to 80k's she sounds sweet. Then at 120K's the engine is screaming.

Is that the restrictor? if so...... can I do something? like have it removed.

Sounds normal for a 250, you can have the restriction removed at most bike shops, you'll probably have to produce your full unrestricted license to have it done though.
If your license is restricted you'll invalidate your insurance by removing it.

goldie fish

alyuciao wrote: »

My hornet 250 came with the original pipes, up to 80k's she sounds sweet. Then at 120K's the engine is screaming.

Is that the restrictor? if so...... can I do something? like have it removed.

Remove the 2 middle pistons. That's what causes the screaming..............




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